How to Identify Trends in Financial Markets
A trend is the overall direction in which market values or prices move for a specific period of time. It can be upwards (bullish) or downwards (bearish). Trends can also be flat, in which case they are characterized by a lack of movement. The longer a trend is sustained, the more notable it becomes. Identifying […]
Read MoreThe History of the Lottery
The lottery is a form of gambling that offers participants the chance to win prizes based on random selection. Some lotteries are financial, while others give away items or even real estate. The history of lottery is long, but the modern game was introduced in the United States in the 1700s. Today, there are dozens […]
Read MoreInvesting in Stocks
Stock is the ownership stake in a publicly-traded company that represents a claim on the company’s earnings and assets. A share of stock can be sold, bought or exchanged for cash through a stock market. A large portion of companies’ profits are returned to investors in the form of dividends. Investors can also make money […]
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